Christian democracy

Christian democracy is a conservative political ideology that emerged after World War II. The ideology was originally conceived as a combination of traditional Catholic beliefs and modern democratic ideals, and it later grew to include Protestant teachings in Protestant countries. Christian democracy became a powerful force after the end of the Second World War in 1945, with the Christian Democratic Union of Konrad Adenauer becoming a major political party in postwar Germany. The movement gained traction in both postwar Europe and in Latin America, where it emerged as a viable alternative to both socialism and authoritarianism. Christian democracy is considered to be center-right, as it advocates social conservatism while holding liberal views on labor issues, civil rights, and foreign policy.